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Publisher: Hearst Communications Inc. SFGate.com: Wine 
 Wine articles and resources from the San Francisco Chronicle, including news, columns, a directory of California wineries, Napa and Sonoma travel information, and features on cheeses, food pairing, bargain wines, wine selections, and wine culture. Also includes articles about spirits and cocktails. Searchable. http://www.sfgate.com/wine/ Topics: Beverages, Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Wine Last updated Jan 6, 2004 SFGate.com
Full text of the San Francisco Chronicle daily newspaper, plus searchable archives back to January 1, 1995 (syndicated material not included). Includes information about Bay Area weather, traffic, real estate listings, movies, nightlife, classifieds, travel, and events, plus live Webcam views from several key areas in the city. http://www.sfgate.com/ Topics: Film, Movies, & Video, Newspapers, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Oct 26, 2009 Herb Caen ...
Information and selected columns from Pulitzer Prize-winning "three dot" journalist Herb Caen, who wrote columns for the San Francisco Chronicle and San Francisco Examiner newspapers from the 1930s until his death in 1997. The site features milestones in Caen's life, vintage columns (including a 1958 article in which he coined the term "beatnik"), a searchable archive of articles from 1995 and 1996, and a photo gallery. From the Web site for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/columnists/caen/ Topics: Communications, News, Notable People Last updated Oct 18, 2009 SFGate.com: Science
A selection of current science news stories from California and around the world, as well as links to San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California science resources (museums, regional parks, astronomical societies, earthquake maps, research laboratories). From the Web site for the San Francisco Chronicle . http://www.sfgate.com/science/ Topics: Astronomy Last updated Apr 25, 2005 The BALCO Investigation
A collection of newspaper articles dating back to December 2003 about an investigation of the Burlingame Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO). BALCO was alleged to have supplied athletes with performance-enhancing nutritional supplements and related substances containing illegal steroids. Also includes a discussion forum. From the Web site for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/balco/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Notable People, Nutrition & Food Safety, Sports Last updated Apr 21, 2005 Morning Comfort
"From Irish oatmeal to Chinese congee to Mexican champurrado, every cuisine offers steaming bowls of cereal to stave off winter's chill." This article provides a list of international porridges made from rice, corn, oats, wheat, and more. Includes recipes for turkey jook, cream of wheat, a Thai congee, champurrado (chocolate atole), and a Filipino rice porridge. From the Web site for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/2005/01/05/FDGCPAJ6AM1.DTL Topics: Beans, Grains, Nuts, & Seeds, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Recipes & Food Preparation, Recipes by Region, Recipes by Region: United States Last updated Jan 18, 2005 Two Decades of Burning Man
Series of articles on the festival that originated in San Francisco in 1986 and is now held annually in the Nevada desert. Many of the stories feature art projects that are planned for the festival. Also includes a timeline, basic facts and figures, and images of some of the people behind Burning Man and of the festival itself back to 2001. From SFGate.com, the website of the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/burningman/ Topics: Geography, Holidays and Observances Individually, Recreation, Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 25, 2005 Photo Special: San Francisco Valentine Weekend Revolution
This photo gallery features images from same-sex marriage ceremonies performed at San Francisco City Hall over the 2004 Valentine's Day weekend. Photo captions include links to related news articles about the ceremonies, which were endorsed by San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom. From the website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/document.cgi?f=/g/a/2004/02/18/gaywedgallery.DTL Topics: Families, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Social Issues Last updated Nov 30, 2007 The Battle Over Same-Sex Marriage
This site from the San Francisco Chronicle offers current and archived news articles, commentary, a photo gallery, related links, and more. The focus is on California, but the site includes same-sex marriage news from other states. http://www.sfgate.com/samesexmarriage/ Topics: Families, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Social Issues Last updated Oct 31, 2005 Finding My Religion
Ongoing series of interviews with people "from a cross-section of religious and cultural backgrounds to discuss their views on God, prayer, the afterlife and other topics." Some of the individuals interviewed include religious scholars, philosophers, monks, authors, artists, and people who have converted to a new faith or found religion for the first time. From SFGate.com, the website of the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/gate/archive/2005/02/01/intromiller.DTL Topics: Religion Last updated May 14, 2007 Top 100 Wines
The San Francisco Chronicle's annual, western-influenced list of the year's best wines, selected by sommeliers and wine merchants among wines not only from California but also from Oregon, Idaho, and Washington state. The annotated list includes many affordable choices, as well as recipes designed to complement the top ten wines. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/11/28/CM0ET4P7F.DTL&hw=top+100+wines&sn=002&sc=620 Topics: Wine Last updated Nov 30, 2007 Ex-pats Hear Rules for Voting Absentee in Mexico
September 2005 article about the absentee voting system for Mexicans living abroad and voting in the 2006 Mexican presidential contest. It will be "the first time in Mexican history that absentee ballots will be accepted." The "4.5 million Mexicans who already have a voter identification card may apply for an absentee ballot starting Saturday [October 1, 2005]." Includes a link to the Mexican federal election site. From SFGate.com, the website of the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/09/27/BAG4OEUD451.DTL&feed=rss.bayarea Topics: Politics by Place Last updated Oct 6, 2005 Thanksgiving Holiday Guide
Highlights of this collection of features on Thanksgiving cooking include tips for cooking turkeys in a convection oven and carving a turkey, poultry labeling terms, Thanksgiving recipes with "an Asian touch," vegetarian recipes and ideas from chefs, "down-to-the-wire" recipes, and a Thanksgiving feast with wine accompaniments. Provides many recipes, including ideas for leftovers. From SFGate.com, the website of the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/food/special/pages/thanksgiving/ Topics: Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes Last updated Nov 15, 2005 Holiday Cards
This site provides "a selection of [winter] holiday cards for you to download, print and share. The cards were created by artists, designers and illustrators at The Chronicle. All cards are blank on the inside for your personal greetings." Includes dozens of cards. From SFGate.com, website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/holidaycards/ Topics: Holidays & Observances Last updated Nov 30, 2005 Consequences of a Rising Bay/Global Warming: New Set of Maps Reveals How Melting Polar Ice Could Change Shoreline and Carry a High Price for the Entire Region
These February 2007 maps, "which the Bay Conservation and Development Commission prepared for The Chronicle, offer a detailed look at how a changing shoreline would affect life around the [San Francisco] bay." Includes a map showing current shoreline and potential shoreline if bay rises one meter, and detailed maps for specific areas, such as Oakland Airport and the South Bay. Also includes link to related article. From SFGate.com, website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/object/article?f=/c/a/2007/02/18/MNG6SO72DJ1.DTL&o=0 Topics: Environment Last updated Feb 20, 2007 Comics: Farley by Phil Frank
Collection of cartoons and related material for this comic strip that was inspired by San Francisco events and that appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle until its creator, Phil Frank, retired in September 2007. Includes an archive with comics back to 2002, a biography of Frank, a list of books by Frank, and a 2005 article about three decades of Frank cartooning. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/09/09/BAFARLEY.DTL&hw=phil+frank&sn=006&sc=187 Topics: Humor Last updated Sep 10, 2007 The War: Then and Now
Collection of news stories and feature articles related to Ken Burns' September 2007 documentary series, "The War," about personal experiences of World War II. Includes articles on San Francisco area World War II relics and monuments, personal experiences, reviews of the series, podcast interviews with Ken Burns, historic newspaper front pages, and related material. From the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/WWII/ Topics: California: History, World War II Last updated Sep 24, 2007 Bay Spill
Compilation of news stories and editorials concerning the oil spill that resulted from a container ship striking the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in November 2007. In addition to ongoing stories about cleanup efforts and investigations into the accident, this feature include photos, audio and video clips, graphics, a list of beach closures, and details about volunteering to help with the cleanup efforts. From the website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/news/oilspill/busan Topics: Oil & Gas Last updated Nov 16, 2007 The Gold Rush Trail
Collection of articles about a "month-long trek [in 1998] across the West retracing the steps of the emigrants along the Gold Rush Trail." Features maps, photos, and stories about the overland trail to California and the trails used by miners following the January 1848 discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in California. From the website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/news/special/pages/1998/08/goldtrail/arcbin/arcdex_0731.shtml Topics: California: History Last updated Jan 4, 2008 Picturing Harvey Milk
This January 2008 feature article discusses the filming of "Milk," about the life and death of Harvey Milk, the "groundbreaking gay politician" and San Francisco city supervisor who was assassinated along with Mayor George Moscone in November 1978. Accompanied by related articles, an audio slide show, and images of newspaper front pages from the time of Milk's assassination. From the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/01/30/MNUBULUI1.DTL Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Notable People Last updated Feb 7, 2008 Olympic Torch in San Francisco
Collection of news stories about the 2008 Olympic Torch journey, which includes San Francisco as its only North American stop. Provides news and opinion (including the Olympic torch protests concerning China-Tibet relations), a map showing the torch route in San Francisco, facts and statistics about the torch and the torch journey, photos and video, and more. From SFGate, the website of the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/olympictorch/ Topics: The Olympic Games, The Olympic Games: Past, Present, Future Last updated Apr 10, 2008 Dark Days of San Francisco
Collection of articles from November 2008 about how "[t]hirty years ago, hundreds of people [many from San Francisco] died in Jonestown. Nine days later [San Francisco] Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk were killed." Includes the "1977 expose that started Jim Jones' downfall," photos, and material about the Moscone and Milk slayings and aftermath. Also includes San Francisco Chronicle and Examiner front pages from the era. From SFGate, website for the San Francisco Chronicle. http://www.sfgate.com/jonesmilkpromo/ Topics: Death & Dying, Religion Last updated Nov 17, 2008 |
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